Ginobili's 36 Carries Spurs Without Parker, Duncan Nov 10, 2009
(AP) SAN ANTONIO (AP) - Manu Ginobili scored 36 points without Tim Duncan and Tony Parker in the lineup and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Toronto Raptors 131-124 on Monday night. Ginobili hit four 3-pointers in the fourth quarter and the Spurs somehow shook the rust off their sputtering offense with their two leading scorers sidelined. (CBS News)
Suns off to hot start Nov 9, 2009
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Peterson benched by Scott Nov 9, 2009
UPDATED: 3 :28 a.m. CDT, November 09, 2009. Hornets guard not in uniform for game against the Lakers Monday, November 09, 2009 By Jimmy Smith Staff writer. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Paul's scoring more no new trend Nov 8, 2009
" And if it takes Paul to be in the top five in the league as a scorer for the Hornets to win, as his current 28.5 points per game ranks, that, he said, is what he will do. If it takes double-digit assists (Paul's 18 Friday night against the Toronto Raptors moved him into third in that category at 9.8 per game) for the Hornets to win, that is what he will do. "I don't care," he said. "It's not the role I prefer. I just prefer to win. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Devin Brown set to replace Peterson Nov 8, 2009
" Peterson had left the gym and was unavailable for comment. He played only 12 1/2 minutes and scored five points in Friday night's loss to the Toronto Raptors. Scott appeared to express some unhappiness about Peterson's defensive play when he took him out midway through the first quarter as Peterson went back to the bench. "Defensively, I think Devin is a better defender," Scott said. "He's stronger. He guards a lot better, and I think he understands what we're doing. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Hornets set to hit rough part of schedule Nov 7, 2009
Tonight's visit by the Mavs, a bitter Southwest Division foe, is followed by Friday night's home game against All-Star Chris Bosh and the Toronto Raptors before the team departs on its first West-Coast excursion of the season with games against the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers (Sunday) and Phoenix Suns (Nov. 11) wrapped around one against the L.A. Clippers. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Kings G Martin to have wrist surgery Nov 7, 2009
(Sports Network) - The New Orleans Hornets hope to build on a thrilling overtime win when they welcome the Toronto Raptors to the Big Easy on Friday. Chris Paul poured in a game-high 39 points, dished out seven assists and grabbed five rebounds on Wednesday, as the Hornets took down the Dallas Mavericks, 114-107, in OT at New Orleans Arena. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Alberta govt. official fired in Flames' swine flu flap Nov 5, 2009
Other sports teams in Canada, including the and the NBA's Toronto Raptors have said they did not seek or get preferential H1N1 vaccines for their players. Copyright 2009. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Howard, Anthony named Players of the Week Nov 3, 2009
Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard (L) is double teamed by Toronto Raptors forwards Chris Bosh and Antoine Wright (R) during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Toronto Nov. 1, 2009. (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). (Xinhuanet, China)
Pacers exercise options on Rush, Hibbert; Foster out a few weeks Nov 2, 2009
(Sports Network) - Jameer Nelson and J.J. Redick each drilled five of Orlando's 17 three-pointers to lead the Magic to a fast-paced 125-116 victory over the Toronto Raptors. Nelson ended with 30 points while Redick, in the starting lineup due to the injury to Vince Carter (ankle), tallied a career-high 27 points for the Magic, who have won three straight to start the season. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Magic dial up 3s, remain unbeaten Nov 2, 2009
Jameer Nelson scored 30 points, Redick had a career-high 27 and the Orlando Magic used a season-high 17 3-pointers to beat the Toronto Raptors 125-116 on Sunday. A four-year starter at Duke, Redick received an encouraging telephone call from former coach Mike Krzyzewski after Orlando's win at New Jersey last Friday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Okafor lifts Hornets over Kings Oct 31, 2009
Memphis, TN (Sports Network) - Zach Randolph finished with a team-high 30 points and grabbed seven rebounds, as the Memphis Grizzlies got by the Toronto Raptors, 115-107, at FedEx Forum. Marc Gasol had 19 points to go along with seven boards, while O.J. Mayo ended with 18 points and six rebounds for Memphis, which dropped its season-opener 96-74 to Detroit on Wednesday. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Basketball No. 20 in ESPN/USA Today Poll, No. 22 in AP Oct 31, 2009
beginning his seventh season with the Toronto Raptors, is the next longest. Bosh is joined on the Raptors this year by , with whom he played as a freshman at Tech. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Bargnani, Raptors Overcome LeBron's Triple-double Oct 30, 2009
Washington - Andrea Bargnani scored 28 points, Chris Bosh had 21 points and 16 rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors overcame LeBron James' 25th career triple-double to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 101-91 on Wednesday night. James had 23 points, 12 assists and 11 rebounds, but Cleveland opened its season with consecutive losses for the first time since an 0-3 start in 2004-05. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Raptors overcome LeBron's triple-double, send Cavs to 0-2 start Oct 29, 2009
(Sports Network) - Andrea Bargnani scored a game-high 28 points and Chris Bosh contributed 21 points and 16 rebounds, as the Toronto Raptors began their season with a 101-91 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Hedo Turkoglu, brought in during the offseason, notched 12 points and seven rebounds in his debut with the Raptors, who stumbled to a 33-49 record last year and a fourth-place finish in the Atlantic Division. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Vince's Time Oct 29, 2009
500 mark for the next half-decade, while Carter went on to stardom with the Toronto Raptors. He was the NBA's 1999 Rookie of the Year, won a gold medal on the 2000 USA Olympic team, won the 2000 NBA Dunk Contest and led the Raptors to three playoff berths before being traded to New Jersey in 2004. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
Thunder give G Sefolosha multi-Year extension Oct 29, 2009
(Sports Network) - LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers will try and right the ship after a disappointing opening night loss to Boston when they travel north of the border to face the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre. The Celtics' Paul Pierce scored 23 points and pulled down 11 rebounds, pacing Boston to a 95-89 win Tuesday night over the Cavaliers and spoiling the regular season debut for the Cleveland tandem of James and Shaquille O'Neal. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Former Jam Players Make NBA Roster Oct 28, 2009
Twenty-nine of 30 NBA teams feature at least one player with NBA D-League experience, while the Cleveland Cavaliers, Houston Rockets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Orlando Magic and Toronto Raptors each have four former NBA D-Leaguers on their respective rosters. Two members of the 2008 NBA D-League Champion Colorado 14ers are on NBA rosters, with Trey Gilder suiting up for the Memphis Grizzlies and Sonny Weems joining the Raptors. (KERO 23, CA)
Cardinal Kicks Off Practice Oct 27, 2009
D'Amelio spent the previous four seasons as the strength and conditioning coach for the Toronto Raptors. Prior to joining Toronto, D'Amelio served for three seasons as the assistant athletic trainer with the Boston Celtics. (Gostanford.com)
Raptors place Evans on inactive list Oct 27, 2009
(Sports Network) - The Toronto Raptors placed forward Reggie Evans on the inactive list with a left mid-foot sprain on Monday. Evans has been out with the injury since October 15. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Suns gain rights to Collins Oct 27, 2009
Since then, only the 2007 Washington Wizards and 2009 Toronto Raptors opened a season with 13 players. But the Suns made it 14 when a waiver claim on Collins was granted, giving Phoenix some help with size, rebounding and post defense. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Eastern conference Oct 26, 2009
Toronto Raptors: This team could have a slow start and won't play much defense. However, Hedo Turkoglu's wide skill set will have a huge impact offensively. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NBA Atlantic Division Preview Oct 25, 2009
The Boston Celtics, New Jersey Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, and Toronto Raptors will all look to take a step forward this season as they do battle in the Atlantic Division ... Toronto Raptors Season Preview. (Suite101.com)
Timberwolves regroup in 3rd quarter for 98-90 preseason win over Raptors Oct 24, 2009
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) Rookie Jonny Flynn scored 16 points and Corey Brewer added 15 to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 98-90 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night in the preseason finale for both teams. Ryan Gomes added 14 points for Minnesota (3-5), which trailed by 14 points early in the game but took the lead to stay midway through the third quarter. (FOX61, CT)
Pepperdine University Set to Induct NBA Star Doug Christie Into Its 2009 Hall of Fame Class Oct 24, 2009
"I'm extremely honored to have been chosen for this years' Pepperdine Hall of fame induction along with such an elite class. My years attending Pepperdine were some of the best of my life, from all of my teammates and their diligence, hard work and support, to Coaches, Tom Asbury, Bob Hawkins, Bob Williams and David Campbell, and all the wonderful staff I am forever grateful," states Doug Christie, on the heels of a stellar 14 year NBA career where Doug played with NBA teams such as the Los... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
East preview Oct 23, 2009
Eastern Conference preview capsules - USATODAY.com. Eastern Conference preview capsules. (USA Today -- Sports)
Fight To The Finish John Biever/SIPaul Pierce and the Celtics added a key piece to their roster in the offseason, as did Kobe Bryant and the Lakers.The NBA regular season gets underway next week, and the usual suspects are favored to win it all. Ian Thomsen takes his best shot at predicting who will still be standing in June. Oct 22, 2009
Defense shouldlead Celtics over Lakers for NBA title - Ian Thomsen - SI.com. Posted: Wednesday October 21, 2009 1:46PM; Updated: Wednesday October 21, 2009 1:46PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Wolves Acquire Project Jawai In Trade With Mavs Oct 21, 2009
He was subsequently sent to the Toronto Raptors as part of the Jermaine O'Neal trade, appearing in just six games. The conditional draft pick is protected through the 55th overall slot. (KWTX.com, TX)
Celtics' Big Three not letting age diminish their title hopes Oct 20, 2009
On Sunday he played 28 minutes and scored 21 points with four rebounds in a 101-82 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday. -- Chris Colston. (USA Today -- Sports)
Author Malcolm Gladwell Oct 20, 2009
I remember once having a conversation with a top executive with the Toronto Raptors. I asked her about the stats revolution in basketball and she just kind of shrugged and said, "It's interesting, and we look at those things, but you have to understand that for our purposes, it's all about character." The thing that separates players is that some have a work ethic, some don't; some are coachable, some aren't; some party all night, some go to bed early. (Time.com)
Return Engagement? Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty ImagesKobe Bryant may see a lot more of Kevin Garnett and the Celtics this year than a pair of regular-season meetings.Injuries stopped the Celtics from rejoining the Lakers in the Finals. But this year the two appear headed to tangle for the title again, says a survey of NBA scouts, writes Ian Thomsen. Oct 20, 2009
Scouts like Lakers, Cavaliers, Celtics in 2009-2010 season - Ian Thomsen - SI.com. Posted: Monday October 19, 2009 2:19PM; Updated: Monday October 19, 2009 2:37PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Orthodox Rabbi Who Attempted Unorthodox Intervention on Behalf of Israeli Basketball Coach at Madison Square Garden to Appear Tomorrow at STAPLES Center at Game Against L.A. Clippers Oct 20, 2009
"In 2005, Maccabi became the first international team to win on North American soil when they defeated the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre. Despite yesterday's controversy, participants in tomorrow's game are looking forward to it.Israeli Prize Laureate Rabbi Grossman founded Migdal Ohr in 1972 with 18 children in a small one-story building in Northern Israel. Today Migdal Ohr is roughly the size of the UCLA campus, where each day thousands of children from all over the world are fed,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pre-Season: NBA teams often play off the beaten path Oct 18, 2009
The Denver Nuggets beat the Toronto Raptors, 105-94. Honolulu. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Raptors' Evans has foot sprain Oct 16, 2009
(Sports Network) - Toronto Raptors forward Reggie Evans has a left mid-foot sprain, the team announced on Thursday. While no timetable has been set for his return, it is likely that he will miss the rest of the preseason. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Garnett, Pierce lead Celtics past Raptors Oct 15, 2009
Paul Pierce scored 17 points and Kevin Garnett added 16 to lead the Boston Celtics to a 106-90 preseason victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night at the XL Center. UConn coach Jim Calhoun was in attendance and received an ovation when he was shown on the large video board above the court. (MSNBC -- Sports)
At last, Eddie is steadied Oct 15, 2009
I knew he was at a lot of our games, says House, who had 11 points and 4 assists in Boston s 106-90 exhibition dispatch of the Toronto Raptors at the XL Center last night. He used to sit courtside. (Boston Globe)
Prep grad eyes spot on BayHawks Oct 14, 2009
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors are Erie's NBA affiliates. "I'm ready," said Jones, a guard who ended his college career at Edinboro this past season having scored 1,445 points in his three years. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Celtics Davis is back after hitting the free-agent market in the s... Oct 14, 2009
He looks good, said Rivers, whose team plays the Toronto Raptors at the XL Center in Hartford tonight (7:30, TV: Comcast SportsNet). He lost some weight, obviously. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Garnett continues to make progress in Celtics win Oct 12, 2009
The Celtics and Nets meet again on Tuesday in Newark, N.J., and Boston will play the Toronto Raptors in Hartford on Wednesday night. Loading commenting interface. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
* NBA: Knicks mix team goals with expiring contracts Oct 11, 2009
New York Knicks guard Chris Duhon puts up a shot past Toronto Raptors guard Jose Calderon in Toronto on April 5. Duhon is one of several Knicks players who are likely to be let go when their contracts expire in July to free up money from the teams payroll for the recently signed Lebron James. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Recap: Minnesota vs. Toronto Oct 10, 2009
Andrea Bargnani had a game-high 21 points to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 112-97 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in preseason action ... Andrea Bargnani had a game-high 21 points to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 112-97 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in preseason action. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Peterson taking shot at regaining position Oct 10, 2009
Motivated to have a better season, Peterson changed his number from 9 to 24 -- the number he wore with the Toronto Raptors when he had his most productive years in the NBA.. After shooting guard Rasual Butler was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers in a payroll-reducing move this summer, Peterson was given the starting job by Hornets Coach Byron Scott. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Basketball:Jazz rout Real Madrid 109-87 Oct 9, 2009
The last time the NBA was in the Spanish capital in 2007, Madrid beat the Toronto Raptors by a single point. "It wasn't our best effort this evening," said former Michigan player Louis Bullock, who led Madrid's scorers with 18 points. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Millsap leads Jazz over Real Madrid Oct 9, 2009
The last time the NBA was in the Spanish capital, in 2007, Madrid beat the Toronto Raptors by a single point. Pau Gasol led the Memphis Grizzlies to victory over Madrid club Estudiantes that year, while the Philadelphia 76ers stumbled at Barcelona in 2006. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Rubio talked up by NBA rivals in waiting Oct 8, 2009
Former Michigan player Louis Bullock says Toronto Raptors guard Jose Manuel Calderon is the example Rubio should follow. "He waited, got a lot of years of Euro league under his belt and also with the national team, and when he made that jump you saw the immediate impact that he had," the Madrid guard said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
76ers hold off Raptors in preseason opener Oct 7, 2009
(AP) LONDON, Ontario - Louis Williams scored 17 points, Andre Iguodala added 15 points and eight assists, and the Philadelphia 76ers held on for a 107-98 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. Montreal's Samuel Dalembert added 10 points and six rebounds for the 76ers, whose 23-point lead was cut to five in the fourth quarter. (NJ.com -- Sports)
Bass lifts Orlando over Dallas with late run Oct 6, 2009
Carter, who was acquired by the Magic in an offseason trade with the Toronto Raptors, scored 15 points in the third quarter. Bass was a key reserve for the Mavericks the past two seasons before signing a four-year free-agent deal with the Magic during the offseason. (News & Observer -- Sports)
New-look Pistons top Heat Oct 6, 2009
Carter, a former North Carolina star who was acquired by the Magic in an offseason trade with the Toronto Raptors, scored 15 points in the third quarter. Elsewhere. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Bryants jersey is the top seller in Europe Oct 3, 2009
Other leading Europeans included Frenchman Tony Parker of the San Antonio Spurs (sixth), Italys Andrea Bargnani of the Toronto Raptors (eighth) and Spaniard Jose Calderon of the Raptors (ninth). The list is based on sales from retail locations across Europe during the 2008-09 NBA season. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Brown a fan of versatile Graham Oct 3, 2009
Graham's twin brother, Joey, played the last three seasons with the Toronto Raptors. Steve Graham is on his sixth NBA team, most recently with the Indiana Pacers. (News & Observer -- Sports)
North American pro sports leagues in a twitter over tweeting Oct 2, 2009
Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. Most Viewed - Odd News. (Yahoo News)
Raptors' Bosh to miss training camp Sep 26, 2009
(Sports Network) - Toronto Raptors forward Chris Bosh will miss the opening of the team's training camp due to a strained left hamstring. The 25-year-old Bosh experienced discomfort while training in Dallas last week and aggravated it again in Toronto on Wednesday. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Who is the greatest of all-time? Sep 23, 2009
TEAM(s): Houston Rockets (1984-2001); Toronto Raptors (2001-02) POSITION: Center JERSEY #: 34 HOMETOWN: Lagos, Nigeria. Former Nigerian star is the NBAs all-time leader in blocked shots and ranks in the top ten in five other categories. (USA Today -- Sports)
Yoculan, Ciraldo among Ga. Hall inductees Sep 18, 2009
He won NBA Coach of the Year in 2007 with the Toronto Raptors. Rakestraw, an Atlanta native, played baseball and football at UGA before an NFL career with the Chicago Bears and Atlanta Falcons. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
A Whole New Meaning for 'Street Ball' as New Yorkers of All Ages Dribble Basketball Astounding Seven Miles Through Manhattan Streets Including Times Square, Harlem and Upper West Side Sep 16, 2009
In 2005, Maccabi became the first international team to win on North American soil when they defeated the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre. "The momentum building for this game has been amazing," Katz said. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Turkey tops Gasol-led Spain at Euro tournament Sep 13, 2009
Turkey is led by Hedo Turkoglu, now with the Toronto Raptors. In another Group F matchup, Oklahoma City Thunder center Nenad Krstic had 18 points and eight rebounds to send Serbia to a 77-72 victory over host Poland. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Gentry adds Shumate to Suns staff Aug 25, 2009
He has coached at the college and professional level, including a stint as Toronto Raptors assistant coach from 1995 to 1998. Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Raptors send Delfino to Bucks Aug 19, 2009
(Sports Network) - The Toronto Raptors sent forward Carlos Delfino and guard Sonny Weems to the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for forward Amir Johnson and guard Roko Ukic on Tuesday. The Raptors had to sign Delfino before shipping him south of the border. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Bucks acquire Delfino, Ukic in 4-player trade Aug 19, 2009
TORONTO (AP) -The Toronto Raptors sent guards Carlos Delfino of Argentina and Roko Ukic of Croatia to the Milwaukee Bucks in a four-player deal completed on Tuesday. Delfino spent last season in Russia. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bucks finish deal to get Delfino from Raptors Aug 19, 2009
Milwaukee Bucks finish deal to get Carlos Delfino from Toronto Raptors - ESPN. Updated: August 18, 2009, 11:59 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball News)
Report: Raptors agree to send Delfino to Bucks Aug 18, 2009
(Sports Network) - The Toronto Raptors have reportedly reached a deal to send forward Carlos Delfino to the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for forward Amir Johnson on Monday. ESPN.com is reporting that the deal will also include guard Roko Ukic heading to Milwaukee with the Bucks sending guard Sonny Weems to the Raptors. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Sources: Raptors to trade Delfino to Bucks Aug 18, 2009
Sources: Toronto Raptors dealing Carlos Delfino to Milwaukee Bucks - ESPN. Updated: August 17, 2009, 4:19 PM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball News)
The 2010 NBA Free Agency Fallacy Aug 11, 2009
Of the leagues 50 Greatest Players, a list compiled in 1996 to celebrate the leagues 50th anniversary, 33, or fully two-thirds of the players, played their entire career with only one team or moved late in their career when they were past their prime (Michael Jordans Washington Wizards phase or Hakeem Olujawons Toronto Raptors season, for instance). Of the 17 players who did move, only Shaquille ONeals move from the Orlando Magic to the Los Angeles Lakers and Scottie Pippens... (Slate)
ScottHoward-CooperInside The NBA School's back in session with offseason grades for all 30 clubs. Aug 7, 2009
Celtics, Spurs, Lakers,Cavs, Magic score with offseason moves - Scott Howard-Cooper - SI.com. Posted: Thursday August 6, 2009 11:30AM; Updated: Thursday August 6, 2009 4:21PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Bulls and Bears in the NBA offseason Aug 5, 2009
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